Mortgage Loan Originator - Outside; BR 55

Texana Bank MortgageTexana Bank first opened its doors in 1914 in Linden, Texas. In the past century, banks in our region have come and gone, but Texana is different. At Texana, we believe in growing for the right reasons — to better serve you.Texana now boasts four full service branches throughout East Texas, in addition to two branches in Arkansas. We also have several mortgage offices to serve you. We' re bringing honesty back to banking. Our staff has the tools and knowledge to help you achieve your goals faster. At Texana, we call you by name, and we' re personally invested in your success. We' re not going anywhere.Position SummaryThe Mortgage Loan Originator Team Lead is responsible for originating residential mortgage loans and supporting the loan production efforts within the branch. While the role does not include direct supervisory responsibility, the Team Lead may receive overrides on qualified loans originated by other Mortgage Loan Originators. This position must meet the Outside Sales Exemption criteria as defined by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and applicable state regulations, meaning a significant portion of the employee's time is spent conducting sales activities away from the employer's place of business.Key ResponsibilitiesOriginate mortgage loans in accordance with company guidelines and lending regulationsConduct borrower interviews to gather required financial information and assess eligibilityEvaluate applicant financial documents to determine appropriate loan programsEducate clients on available loan products, terms, and proceduresSubmit complete loan applications to the processing team for approval and underwritingMaintain accurate records in the loan origination systemEnsure timely follow-up with clients, processors, and underwritersCollaborate with internal departments to ensure smooth loan closingsMeet established productivity and quality goalsMaintain knowledge of current lending policies, compliance standards, and industry trendsRequired Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalent; college coursework or degree preferredValid NMLS license as required by state and federal regulationsPrevious experience in mortgage lending or financial services preferredStrong interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to manage multiple tasks and prioritize in a fast-paced environmentFamiliarity with loan origination systems and Microsoft Office toolEqual Opportunity Statement: Texana Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.